[emishor86]

Originally Posted by MuseChaser

When I was taught, I was told to give it gas first, get the revs up a bit, then slowly release the clutch until I felt the car start to move, add a bit more gas, and continue releasing the clutch. It works, but most folks tend to panic a bit at that point and either pop (release quickly) the clutch resulting in a stall or give it too much gas and end up peeling out and squeeling the tires (if the car has any power). When I taught my sons and my wife, I had them release the clutch slowly WITHOUT adding any gas until they heard the engine start to slow down slightly, then keep the clutch right there.. the engagement point. THEN slowly add gas and simultaneously slowly release the clutch the rest of the way. That seemed to keep the beginner "panic" factor lower.

Yes! This is extremely relatable and I was squealing tires at the start until I gave gas second